A remote village in Chhattisgarh's Abujhmad region, once a stronghold of Maoists, has got electricity for the first time after decades

After decades of darkness, Irpanar in Chhattisgarh has lit up for the first time under the state government's 'Niyad Nella Nar' scheme

Bastar region, comprising seven districts including Narayanpur, has been witnessing significant transformation following a decline in Maoist influence as the state has got rid of the menace

The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) marks a defining milestone in India’s engagement with the developed world: Union Minister Piyush Goyal

A defining feature of India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is that it is India’s first women-led FTA. Nearly the entire negotiating team comprised women: Union Minister Piyush Goyal

New Zealand has committed to facilitating $20 billion of investment into India: Union Minister Piyush Goyal

India comfortably met the peak power demand of 256 gigawatts (GW) on Saturday, the highest ever recorded on a single day, amid soaring temperatures across the country

At the time of peak power demand of 256.1 GW, reached at 3.38pm on April 25, solar contributed nearly 57 GW, or about 22% of total generation

In 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi stressed the importance of renewables amid global volatility, calling solar and wind key to India's future and urging adoption of clean energy

Travel’s share of spending rises significantly with affluence, from about 28% among emerging affluent consumers to nearly 58% among the ultra-elite

According to a recent white paper by VISA, retail’s share declines as incomes rise, falling from around 49% to 28% as consumers prioritise experiences over goods

Discretionary spending increases steadily across income groups, reflecting a shift towards lifestyle-driven consumption like travel, dining and luxury experiences

Shreya Mundhra, who won a gold medal at the European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad, thanked PM Modi for acknowledging her achievement in ‘Mann Ki Baat’

Shreya Mundhra was thankful for the government-aided training that she had received from the Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE)

PM Modi appreciating the daughters of the country would motivate parents of girls to encourage their children: Shantanu Mundhra

The ongoing Census exercise is not just a government task but a shared responsibility of all citizens: PM Modi

PM Modi assured that all information provided during the Census will remain secure and confidential, protected by robust digital systems

India’s Census is the largest such exercise in the world and Census 2027 is being conducted in a fully digital format: PM Modi

In ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi highlighted wildlife conservation efforts that have enabled the return of blackbucks in Chhattisgarh

In ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi spoke about renewed efforts to conserve the Great Indian Bustard, describing it as a symbol of India's desert ecology

When we understand nature, respect it, and live in harmony with it, change is clearly visible. Today, this change is emerging as a new hope from every corner of the country: PM Modi

PM Modi underscored India’s rapid progress in wind power, calling it a transformative force

PM Modi described wind energy as an “invisible power" that is nonetheless indispensable, adding that it is propelling India forward

Today, wind power is writing a new story of Bharat’s development: PM Modi

PM Modi reacted to the security scare involving US President Donald Trump, saying he was “relieved" to learn that the American leader and other top officials were safe

Relieved to learn that President Trump, the First Lady and Vice President are safe and unharmed following the recent security incident at a Washington DC hotel: PM Modi

Violence has no place in a democracy and must be unequivocally condemned: PM Modi

Every sister and daughter of Bengal has now risen against the merciless Trinamool government and we saw a glimpse of this in the first phase of voting: PM Modi

'Ma' is crying, 'maati' is with infiltrators, 'maanush' is scared: PM Modi in West Bengal

The Trinamool has brought Bengal, which has been a leader in women's empowerment, to a low point: PM Modi

MEA has intensified its monitoring of the evolving situation across the Gulf and West Asia, prioritising the safety, security and welfare of Indian nationals in the region

Indian missions are maintaining round-the-clock contact with citizens while coordinating closely with local authorities to address emerging challenges in the Gulf region

Since 28 February, around 12,96,000 passengers have travelled from the Gulf region to India, reflecting sustained connectivity and demand

In the Mann Ki Baat address, PM Modi described the Kalpakkam Fast Breeder Reactor achieving criticality as a “historic milestone”, highlighting its significance for India’s nuclear energy programme

PM Modi highlighted the steady expansion of wind energy capacity as part of India’s broader push towards clean and renewable energy

PM Modi emphasised that progress in nuclear and renewable energy reflects India’s commitment to sustainable growth and energy self-reliance

PM Modi described Rabindranath Tagore as a multifaceted personality who influenced multiple domains, including education and culture

Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore shaped many institutions and contributed immensely to India’s intellectual and cultural life: PM Modi

Rabindranath Tagore's ideas continue to guide India’s journey and inspire generations even today: PM Modi

The Beating Retreat ceremony showcases diverse musical traditions with different bands: PM Modi

PM Modi highlighted the increasing inclusion of Indian music in the ceremony, noting its growing public appreciation

PM Modi announced that the ceremony’s music is now available on WAVES OTT to preserve and expand access to this cultural legacy

PM Modi highlighted that targeted conservation drives are showing “encouraging outcomes” for the Great Indian Bustard

PM Modi noted the use of scientific methods, including breeding centres and artificial incubation, to revive the species

PM Modi described the Great Indian Bustard as vital to India’s biodiversity and environmental future

PM Modi highlighted Lagastal Bamboo Enterprise as a model of local entrepreneurship and innovation in Sikkim

PM Modi noted how bamboo-based initiatives are supporting livelihoods and sustainable development

People from across the country are now getting to know about products like Chhurpi: PM Modi

The institution has digitised and made over 200 million invaluable documents public: PM Modi

PM Modi highlighted the platform’s role in preserving and showcasing India’s historical records

I urge you all to definitely visit Abhilekh Patal… it will give you a wonderful experience of exploring our history: PM Modi

PM Modi praised Indian students for delivering their best-ever performance at the European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad

PM Modi highlighted how the team performed strongly under intense pressure in a highly competitive global environment

PM Modi emphasised the growing participation of girls in Olympiad programmes, calling it a positive trend for India’s academic ecosystem

PM Modi offered prayers at Thanthania Kalibari ahead of the second phase of West Bengal polls

PM Modi visited the temple in Kolkata as part of his campaign outreach in the state

PM Modi undertook the visit ahead of polling in the next phase of the West Bengal elections

Marriott International has a pipeline of 200 hotels in India and plans to open around 50 properties annually

Marriott International is focusing on spiritual tourism, calling it an “underserved and largely unexplored” segment

Marriott International is expanding in pilgrimage hubs like Tirupati, Katra, Ayodhya and Vrindavan as part of its strategy towards spiritual tourism

The Government of India has launched the ₹10,000 crore Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 to enhance capital access and attract private investment into the startup ecosystem

The Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 is designed to improve the efficiency of fund deployment and support startups across different sectors and growth stages

The Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 scheme is expected to act as a multiplier for startup funding and encouraging market-driven investment decisions

Newly appointed NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Ashok Kumar Lahiri met PM Modi soon after assuming charge

I am confident Ashok Kumar Lahiri’s efforts will further energise policymaking in our nation: PM Modi

Ashok Kumar Lahiri’s rich experience in economics and public policy will greatly strengthen India’s reform journey and the journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat: PM Modi

NITI Aayog has emerged as a vital pillar in India’s policy-making architecture, fostering cooperative federalism, furthering reforms and boosting Ease of Living: PM Modi

NITI Aayog serves as a dynamic platform for innovation and long-term strategic thinking across sectors: PM Modi

PM Modi extends his wishes to all the newly appointed members of the reconstituted NITI Aayog

DRDO has rolled out the indigenous Vikram VT21 armoured platform in both tracked and wheeled variants, designed for operations across land and water

The Vikram VT21 armoured platform is designed to meet the evolving operational needs of the Indian Armed Forces, with capabilities for both ICV and APC roles: DRDO

The Vikram VT21 armoured platform is powered by a high-output engine paired with an automatic transmission, offering high speed and strong obstacle-crossing ability

ISRO has completed high-resolution land use and land cover mapping for the entire country, marking a significant milestone in rural development planning

The land use data, developed by ISRO at a 1:10,000 scale, is now available to government organisations for Gram Panchayat development plans

The land use mapping of India initiative aims to foster stronger, data-driven governance at the grassroots levels

Our India business is growing at a double-digit CAGR, supported by expanding adoption of cloud and AI services across government, startups and large enterprises: AWS

GeM is the world’s second-largest public procurement platform and clocks a daily GMV of nearly ₹1,000 crore on AWS infrastructure: AWS

AWS India’s strategy is centred around “building from India, for India and the world”: AWS

The real estate industry in India witnessed a 32% year-on-year surge in land acquisitions in 2025, with developers acquiring 3,093 acres valued at Rs 54,818 crore: Report

The acquired land in 2025 is expected to unlock nearly 229 million square feet of development over the next two to five years: Report

Residential development has remained the primary growth driver, accounting for 78% of land allocation and around 76% of total funding requirements: Report

India's commercial vehicle industry is set to reach a record 12.4 lakh units in fiscal 2027, surpassing the previous peak of FY19: Crisil

The commercial vehicle industry's domestic recovery in FY26 was driven by multiple factors, including the GST rate cut in September 2025: Report

India's rising position as one of the top MHCV producing nations provides a strong base, and finalisation of trade agreements with key economies could lift exports over the medium term

DRDO and the Indian Navy have successfully completed advanced hydrodynamic performance assessment and model testing for a frontline warship project

The Advanced Armoured Platforms have been developed to meet the emerging operational requirements of the Defence Forces: Ministry of Defence

NSTL in collaboration with the Navy's Warship Design Bureau demonstrated high-end capabilities in hull hydrodynamics, CFD simulations and experimental testing

Centre launches Rs 5,000 crore incentive scheme under SASCI to reward states for mining reforms, mine operationalisation, and boosting mineral production in FY27

The ₹5,000 crore SASCI Scheme aims to expedite mine operationalisation, boost mineral output, enhance states' revenue from the mining sector, and strengthen governance

The ₹5,000 crore SASCI Scheme is intended to incentivise states to undertake structural reforms and improve ease of doing business in the mining sector

The government has amended the Aviation Turbine Fuel (Regulation of Marketing) Order, 2001, to bring sustainable aviation fuel blends under regulatory oversight

India has set indicative blending targets of 1 per cent SAF for international flights by 2027, rising to 2 per cent in 2028 and 5 per cent by 2030

The government’s ATF amendment formally recognises SAF as a legitimate component of aviation turbine fuel in India

Major ports have collectively handled 915.17 million tonnes of cargo in 2025–26, surpassing the annual target of 904 MT: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

During 2025-26, overall capex by the Shipping Ministry and its attached organisations was ₹14,953 crore compared to ₹9,708 crore in 2024-25: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

India today ranks, amongst the top three countries, as a seafarer provider, contributing roughly 12 per cent of the global maritime workforce

Swarup Halder, Trishagni Banerjee, Anushka Das, and Chandan Mallick have all received personal letters of gratitude from PM Modi, acknowledging the sketches they presented to him on April 12

Anushka Das, a Class 9 student from Darjeeling, West Bengal, has received a letter of gratitude from PM Modi for presenting him with a sketch during his public rally in Siliguri on April 12

For the four young residents of West Bengal, the sketches were more than just art; they were a bridge to the nation's highest office

PM Modi expressed confidence in a landslide victory of the BJP in the West Bengal assembly elections, affirming that the ruling TMC's “Maha Jungle Raj” will end

Following the announcement of the results on May 4, TMC's goons will not be spared: PM Modi

Today, there is only one slogan echoing in Bengal, Paltano Dorkar (Change is necessary): PM Modi

PM Modi boarded a boat and spent over 40 minutes on the Hooghly River, taking photographs of key landmarks, including the Howrah Bridge and Vidyasagar Setu

PM Modi’s early morning boat ride in Kolkata has drawn attention in political circles as well, adding to recent public outreach moments

For Gouranga Biswas, the boat ride experience with PM Modi remains deeply personal—an unexpected encounter that has left him visibly overwhelmed

India marked a significant step towards technological self-reliance in advanced electronics with the launch of indigenously developed Silicon Photonics solutions at IIT-Madras

The IIT Madras-developed silicon photonics solutions will help startups, industry, academia and defence design advanced photonic chips in India

The indigenously developed Silicon Photonics solutions were unveiled by the MeitY at the IIT Madras, where they have been developed under a government-supported centre

PM Modi stepped onto a small boat in Kolkata at daybreak, camera in hand and took a few photographs

PM Modi could easily have chosen a larger, motorised vessel - the kind he has used in Varanasi. Instead, he went with a smaller, traditional boat in Kolkata

The images from PM Modi’s boat ride in Kolkata align with Bengal’s cultural memory - less like a political event, more like something out of a Bengali song or novel

Despite global headwinds, India’s financial system stands strong; Record-low NPAs, rising resilience: Secretary M Nagaraju, Department of Financial Services

India’s fintech journey is just getting started: Department of Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju

With record-low NPAs and a resilient banking system, the focus now shifts to secure tech integration, data protection and expanding access while ensuring financial stability: M Nagaraju

Deposits in accounts opened under the PMJDY crossed Rs 3.09 lakh crore as of April 8, indicating a shift from mass account opening to active savings and usage: Report

Deposits in Jan dhan accounts have grown consistently, rising from Rs 2.62 lakh crore in April last year and Rs 2.34 lakh crore in April 2024 to the current Rs 3.09 lakh crore level: Report

Uttar Pradesh continues to lead with 103.2 million accounts and deposits of Rs 64,000 crore, accounting for nearly 18% of the country’s total PMJDY account base: Report

India’s bio economy expands from $10 billion in 2014 to over $165 billion highlights rapid biotechnology growth: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

India moving decisively towards full spectrum technological capability says Union Minister Jitendra Singh

Biotech startups in India rise from around 50 to over 11,000 reflecting strong innovation ecosystem growth backed by government research funding initiatives

Akash missile programme highlights success of Make in India in defence manufacturing: Dr Prahlada Ramarao

Akash missile architect highlights how India’s indigenous defence capabilities support friendly nations: Report

India’s blend of traditional knowledge and modern innovation is key to restoring global scientific leadership: Dr Ramarao

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi inducted into International Hall of Fame at US Army War College becoming third Indian Army Chief to receive the honour

India–US defence cooperation strengthens as Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi holds strategic talks with senior US Army Pacific leadership during visit

High level military exchanges continue between India and US following recent visits by Army, Air Force, and Navy chiefs supporting Indo Pacific security coordination

Stellantis rolls out 50,000th vehicle from Thiruvallur plant highlighting India’s growing role as a global automotive manufacturing and engineering hub

Smart Car platform developed in India for global markets reflects rising contribution of Indian R&D teams to international vehicle development programmes

Make In India strengthens Stellantis’ Thiruvallur plant supporting exports & boosting India’s role in global automotive supply chains

India’s foreign exchange reserves rose by $2.362 billion to $703.308 billion in the week ended April 17: RBI data

In the latest week, foreign currency assets, the biggest part of the reserves, increased by $1.481 billion to $557.463 billion: RBI data

Gold reserves also went up by $790 million to $122.133 billion in the week ended April 17: RBI data

Hiring initiatives for artificial intelligence talent (AI) shot up 59.5 per cent year-on-year in India, according to LinkedIn’s new AI Labor Market Report 2026

AI adoption across industries and companies is accelerating demand for professionals proficient in the technology: Report

We are seeing strong growth in applied AI skills such as AI agents and productivity tools, which are directly tied to real-world deployment: Malai Lakshmanan, head of LinkedIn India Engineering

India shines as the world’s 3rd largest economy in real terms: Report

PPP lens shows India’s true strength: strong demand, rising middle class: Report

India’s rise as a key driver of global growth and a powerhouse of opportunity

The central government has decided to purchase 15% more wheat from farmers this season at 34.5 million tonnes, against the earlier target of 30 million tonnes

The increased procurement will add to the opening wheat stocks of around 22 million tonnes for 2026-27, taking the total availability to close to 56.5 million tonnes

By the end of the next season, India is expected to have substantial closing stocks, estimated at around 30-35 million tonnes

Q-commerce segment in India has doubled annually over the past two years and is projected to reach USD 65-70 billion by 2030: Report

India has emerged at the forefront of Q-commerce globally, with the segment scaling to USD 10-11 billion in GMV: Report

Q-commerce is expected to contribute 45-50 per cent of incremental e-retail GMV over the next five years: Report

PM Modi took a short break from his hectic Bengal poll campaign schedule to enjoy an early morning boat ride on the Ganga

The sacred waters of the Ganga carry forward the eternal consciousness of the entire civilisation: PM Modi

PM Modi paid boatman Rs 1,000 for the 35-minute ride on the Hooghly River, Rs 300 more than what they usually charge for an hour

Every dying lamp flickers a little. In the same way, TMC’s lamp is flickering a little before it goes out: PM Modi

After the results on May 4, TMC’s goons will not find a place to hide: PM Modi

The wave of change that had been visible in West Bengal for a long time has been sealed by the first phase of voting: PM Modi